1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 700 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
